It's been 50 years of Ben Affleck, and over the course of his lifetime, the actor has reinvented himself several times. Married to two high-profile Jennifers, Affleck's talents have often been overshadowed by his struggle with substance abuse.
As he enters his fifth decade on the planet, the Massachusetts native is on an upswing. He married his former fiancée, Jennifer Lopez, last month, and has several projects in the works, including a movie that reunites him with long-time friend and collaborator Matt Damon.
In honor of the movie star turning the big 5-0, let's take a look back at some of the biggest obstacles Ben has overcome,to reap the success he's experiencing now. ‘No shame in getting help when you need it’ Ben Affleck, pictured here in 2016, has struggled with alcoholism. (SMXRF/Star Max) Alcoholism is something Affleck has been transparent about in the past several years.
He reportedly has entered rehab three times, the earliest being 2001. In a 2017 Facebook post, the actor revealed, "I have completed treatment for alcohol addiction; something I've dealt with in the past and will continue to confront.
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